Short answer
A type C visa is for short stays; a type D visa is for staying in Italy longer for a defined purpose. This table helps you pick the right one.
Information, not legal advice. MovItaly is not a law firm. Check with the questura or consulate before you act.
Who is this for
Anyone deciding which visa to apply for. Pick by purpose and length of stay, not by what is cheaper or faster.
Sources
- Visto per l'Italia (MAECI)
- Types of visa and duration (MAECI)
- Visa policy - Schengen visa (European Commission)
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